Tony DeAngelo has returned to the NHL, signing a one-year deal with the New York Islanders after mutually terminating his KHL contract with St. Petersburg. In his debut, he played 25 minutes in an overtime victory against the Hurricanes, showcasing his ability to step up in a crisis. DeAngelo expressed gratitude for the opportunity to rejoin the NHL and emphasized his commitment to playing confidently. While he has a controversial past, including being cut by the Rangers and facing suspensions in juniors, the Islanders are looking to him to bolster their defensive lineup amid injuries.
It's huge, DeAngelo said following his team debut. Two weeks ago, it was something that looked not impossible, but pretty bleak. To get a chance to come home and be around family and then get a call and jump right into a lineup that quick, it's good luck.
While there is no denying his talent, he has sometimes been viewed as controversial. He was cut by the Rangers in 2021 after he got into a physical altercation with teammate and goalie, Alexandar Georgiev.
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